Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader, Dies at 84

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Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader, Dies at 84

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Published on Feb 17, 2026, 10:00:09 AM
Total time: 00:12:31

Episode Description

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the passing of Jesse Jackson and tomorrow's Salute To Champions Event.

The Rev. Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84. His family announced that the longtime civil rights leader, Baptist minister and two-time U.S. presidential candidate passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Jackson was a towering figure in the American civil rights movement, working closely with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., founding the Rainbow PUSH Coalition and advocating for social justice and equality for decades. He also made history with his presidential campaigns in 1984 and 1988, expanding political participation and representation. What is his legacy?

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